Pakistan’s economy: People-friendly budget as recession looms
Pakistan’s economy was already struggling and the coronavirus pandemic added to its strain.
The Pakistan government has announced its new, so-called “people-friendly” budget.
It is aimed at avoiding the first recession in the country in 68 years.
Many are struggling with rising inflation, higher unemployment and the economic damage caused by the coronavirus.
Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid reports.
Published On 13 Jun 2020